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Vector VS330 GNSS CompassUser Guide

Part No. 875-0323-000 Rev. C1

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Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1What’s In This Guide? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Product Overview and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Key Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

What’s Included in Your Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Using VectorPC to Communicate with the VS330 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Chapter 2 Understanding the VS330 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5GNSS Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

GNSS Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Differential Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

VS330 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Fixed Baseline Moving Base Station RTK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

GLONASS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

L2 Advantages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Supplemental Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Time Constants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Chapter 3 Installing the VS330 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Mounting the Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Antenna Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Mounting Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Planning the Optimal Antenna Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Mounting Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Routing and Securing the Antenna Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Mounting the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Routing and Connecting the Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Connecting the Receiver to External Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Chapter 4 Operating the VS330 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Powering the Receiver On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Using the Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Configuring the VS330 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Config Wizard Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Using the Config Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Disabling the Aiding Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Disabling Tilt Aiding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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Disabling Gyro Aiding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Adjusting the Time Constants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Connecting to Existing Navigation Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Viewing GNSS/DGNSS Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Do I Have a Signal? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

How Good is the Quality of My Signal? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

USB Data Logging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Selecting the Data File Type and Log Options . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Logging Data to a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Data Post-Processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Chapter 5 RTK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40RTK Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Setting Up RTK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

RTK Opertaion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Appendix A Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Appendix B FAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Appendix C Menu Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Vector Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

GNSS Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Differential Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Config Wizard Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

System Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Data Logging Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Appendix D Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63VS330 Receiver Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

A42 Antenna Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67



Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

End User License Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Warranty Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

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Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s In This Guide?

Product Overview and Features

What’s Included in Your Kit

Using VectorPC to Communicate with the VS330


Chapter 1: Introduction

What’s In This Guide?This user guide provides the following information to get you up and running quickly with your Vector™ VS330™ GNSS compass.

• This chapter briefly describes the VS330 and the parts in your VS330 kit.

• Chapter 2, “Understanding the VS330” discusses GNSS and differentialoperation as well as sensors and time constants related to the VS330.

• Chapter 3, “Installing the VS330” describes how to mount the antennas andreceiver, connect the cables, and power the system.

• Chapter 4, “Operating the VS330” provides instructions on configuring thereceiver, disabling aiding features, adjusting the time constants, andoperating the receiver.

• Appendix A, “Troubleshooting” provides possible solutions for issues.

• Appendix B, “FAQ” includes answer to common questions.

• Appendix C, “Menu Map” provides a full map of all system menus.

• Appendix D, “Technical Specifications” lists the technical specifications ofthe VS330 and the included antennas.

Product Overview and FeaturesBased on Eclipse™ GNSS technology, the VS330 (Figure ) is designed for precise marine and land applications that require precise heading and RTK position performance from the Vector VS330 GNSS compass. Featuring a Hemisphere GNSS Eclipse Vector-based receiver and two separate antennas, VS330 achieves heading accuracy ranging from 0.01º to 0.17º rms (depending on the antenna separation) and offers robust positioning performance.

The standard model VS330 tracks L1 GPS and L1 GLONASS. The VS330 can be upgraded via activations and/or subscriptions to support multi-frequency GPS, GLONASS and BeiDou as well as Athena RTK and Atlas L-Band. VS330 supports raw data logging to a removable USB flash drive for post processing.

You can upgrade your VS330 by adding L1/L2 GLONASS and B1/B2/B3 BeiDou activations. As well as adding subscriptions for Athena RTK and/or Atlas L-Band.

Athena RTK is Hemisphere's most advanced RTK processing software that can be added to the VS330 as a subscription service. Athena RTK has the following benefits:

• Improved Initialization time - Performing initializations in less than 15seconds at better than 99.9% of the time

Note: Throughout the rest of this user guide the Vector VS330 GNSS Compass is referred to simply as the VS330.



• Robustness in difficult operating environments - Extremely high productivityunder the most aggressive of geographic and landscape orientedenvironments

• Performance on long baselines - Industry-leading position stability for longbaseline applications

Atlas L-Band is Hemisphere's industry leading correction service, which can be added to the VS330 as a subscription. Atlas L-Band has the following benefits:

• Positioning accuracy - Competitive positioning accuracies down to 2 cmRMS in certain applications

• Positioning sustainability - Cutting edge position quality maintenance in theabsence of correction signals, using Hemisphere’s patented technology

• Scalable service levels - Capable of providing virtually any accuracy,precision and repeatability level in the 5 to 100 cm range

• Convergence time - Industry-leading convergence times of 10-40 minutes

For more information about Athena RTK, see: http://hemispheregnss.com/Technology For more information about Atlas L-Band, see: http://hemispheregnss.com/Atlas

Key FeaturesKey features of the VS330 include:

• High-precision positioning in Athena RTK, L1/L2, SBAS, beacon, and Atlas L-Band

• Athena* technology improves RTK performance, especially with optionalGLONASS and BeiDou tracking

*Requires the purchase of a subscription

• Atlas* L-Band technology provides highly accurate corrections over the air.

*Requires the purchase of a subscription

• Heave of 30 cm rms (DGNSS), 10 cm (RTK)

• Pitch and roll < 1° rms

• Simple menu operations

• Accurate heading up to 3 minutes during GNSS outages

• Integrated gyro and tilt sensors deliver fast startup times and provideheading updates during temporary loss of GNSS

What’s Included in Your KitYour VS330 kit (Figure 1-1) includes the following parts:

• VS330 receiver and related mounting hardware

• Power and data cables

Note: The standard VS330 kit does not include antennas, antenna mounting hardware, and antenna cables since receiver options vary.



Figure 1-1: VS330 system parts diagram

Table 1-1 on page 5 provides the description and part number of each part in your kit.

Review the parts shipped with your kit. If any parts are damaged, contact your freight carrier. If any parts are missing, contact your dealer.

A

B

E

F

G

D

C



Using VectorPC to Communicate with the VS330Hemisphere GNSS’ VectorPC is a free utility program that runs on your Windows PC or Windows mobile device. Simply connect your Windows device to the VS330 via the COM port and open VectorPC. The screens within VectorPC allow you to easily interface with the VS330 to:

• Select the internal SBAS, beacon, or L-Band correction source, if available,and monitor reception

• Configure GNSS message output and port settings

• Review heading, pitch, and roll visually

• Help calculate heading offset or heading bias

VectorPC is available for download from the OEM Software Downloads page on the Hemisphere GNSS website (www.hgnss.com).

Table 1-1: Parts list

Item Part Name Qty Part Number

A VS330 receiver 1 803-3028-0

B Receiver mounting kit(two brackets and related hardware)

1 710-0056-000#

C Power cable, circular 1 054-0146-000#

D Data cable, DB-9 female to DB-9 male, 3 m 1 050-0011-022#

The following are available for purchase separately from the standard VS330 kit.

E Antenna (quantity of each based on your purchased configuration)

A42A43A52

804-3045-000#804-3046-000#804-3038-000#

F Antenna mounting kit (quantity of each based on your purchased configuration)

A42A43A52

Note: Your kit may not include a mag mount.

710-0110-000#710-0111-000#710-0097-000#

G Antenna cable, TNC male to TNC male, 5 m 2 052-0005-000#




Chapter 2: Understanding the VS330GNSS Overview

VS330 Overview


Chapter 2: Understanding the VS330

GNSS OverviewFor your convenience, the GNSS operation of the VS330 features automatic operational algorithms. When powered for the first time, the VS330 performs a “cold start,” which involves acquiring the available GNSS satellites in view and the SBAS differential service.

If SBAS is not available in your area, an external source of RTCM SC-104 differential corrections may be used. If you use an external source of correction data, it must support an eight data bit, no parity, one stop bit configuration (8-N-1).

GNSS OperationThe GNSS receiver is always operating, regardless of the DGNSS mode of operation. The following sections describe the general operation of the VS330’s internal GNSS receiver.

Automatic Tracking

The VS330’s internal GNSS receiver automatically searches for GNSS satellites, acquires the signals, and manages the navigation information required for positioning and tracking.

Receiver Performance

The VS330 works by finding four or more GNSS satellites in the visible sky. It uses information from the satellites to compute a position within 2.5 m. Since there is some error in the GNSS data calculations, the VS330 also tracks a differential correction. The VS330 uses these corrections to improve its position accuracy to better than 0.5 m 95% with SBAS or beacon, and better than 0.1 m 95% with Atlas.

There are two main aspects of GNSS receiver performance:

• Satellite acquisition

• Positioning and heading calculation

When the VS330 is properly positioned, the satellites transmit coded information to the antennas on a specific frequency. This allows the receiver to calculate a range to each satellite from both antennas. GNSS is essentially a timing system. The ranges are calculated by timing how long it takes for the signal to reach the GNSS antenna. The GNSS receiver uses a complex algorithm incorporating satellite locations and ranges to each satellite to calculate the geographic location and heading. Reception of any four or more GNSS signals allows the receiver to compute three-dimensional coordinates and a valid heading.

Differential OperationThe purpose of differential GNSS (DGNSS) is to remove the effects of selective availability (SA), atmospheric errors, timing errors, and satellite orbit errors, while enhancing system integrity.

Autonomous positioning capabilities of the VS330 will result in positioning accuracies of 2.5 m 95% of the time. To improve positioning quality to sub-meter levels, the

Note: Differential source and RTK status have no impact on heading, pitch, or roll. They only have an impact on positioning and heave.



VS330 is able to use differential corrections received through the internal SBAS demodulator or externally-supplied RTCM corrections.

In addition to these differential services the VS330 can also receive radiobeacon corrections. You can also purchase the VS330 with an RTK rover option, which enables 0.02 m positioning performance when paired with a suitable Hemisphere GNSS RTK base receiver product.

For more information on the differential services and the associated commands refer to the Hemisphere GNSS Technical Reference (go to www.hgnss.com and click the GNSS Reference icon).

Automatic SBAS Tracking

The VS330 automatically scans and tracks SBAS signals without the need to tune the receiver. The VS330 features two-channel tracking that provides an enhanced ability to maintain a lock on an SBAS satellite when more than one satellite is in view. This redundant tracking approach results in more consistent tracking of an SBAS signal in areas where signal blockage of a satellite is possible.

Beacon Operation

Many marine authorities, such as coast guards, have installed networks of radiobeacons that broadcast DGNSS corrections to users of this system. With the increasing utility of these networks for terrestrial applications, there is an increasing trend toward densification of these networks inland. The dual channel beacon receiver in the VS330 can operate in manual or automatic tuning mode, or, using database mode, will select the closest station in compliance with IEC 61108-4 standards.

Athena RTK

Athena RTK (Real time kinematic) technology is available on Eclipse-based GNSS receivers. Athena RTK requires the use of two separate receivers: a stationary base station (primary receiver) that broadcasts corrections over a wireless link to the rover (secondary receiver). The localized corrections are processed on the rover to achieve superior accuracy and repeatability. Performance testing has shown positioning accuracy at the centimeter level.

Atlas L-Band

Atlas L-band corrections are available worldwide. With Atlas, the positioning accuracy does not degrade as a function of distance to a base station, as the data content is not composed of a single base station’s information, but an entire network’s information.



VS330 OverviewThe VS330 provides accurate and reliable heading and position information at high update rates. To accomplish this task, the VS330 uses a high performance GNSS receiver and two antennas for GNSS signal processing. One antenna is designated as the primary GNSS antenna and the other is the secondary GNSS antenna. Positions computed by the VS330 are referenced to the phase center of the primary GNSS antenna. Heading data references the vector formed from the primary GNSS antenna phase center to the secondary GNSS antenna phase center.

Fixed Baseline Moving Base Station RTKThe VS330’s internal GNSS receiver uses both the L1/L2 GNSS C/A code and carrier phase data to compute the location of the secondary GNSS antenna in relation to the primary GNSS antenna with a very high sub-centimeter level of precision. The technique of computing the location of the secondary GNSS antenna with respect to the primary antenna, when the primary antenna is moving, is often referred to as moving base station real time kinematic (or moving base station RTK).

Generally, RTK technology is very sophisticated and requires a significant number of possible solutions to be analyzed where various combinations of integer numbers of L1/L2 wavelengths to each satellite intersect within a certain search volume. The integer number of wavelengths is often referred to as the “ambiguity” as they are initially ambiguous at the start of the RTK solution.

The VS330 restricts the RTK solution by knowing that the secondary GNSS antenna is a fixed distance from the primary GNSS antenna. The default value is 1.0 m, but you may install the antennas with a different separation distance, then enter that value into the VS330. This is called a fixed baseline and it defines the search volume of the secondary antenna as the surface of a sphere with radius 1.0 m centered on the location of the primary antenna (see Figure 2-1).

Figure 2-1: Secondary antenna’s search volume

Note: The VS330 moving base station algorithm only uses GNSS to calculate heading. Differential and RTK corrections are not used in this calculation and will not affect heading accuracy.

Primary antenna

1.0 m baseline



GLONASS & BeiDouThe VS330 is available in its base form as L1/L2 GPS. By adding GLONASS or BeiDou the number of available satellites increases, thereby improving the ability to obtain and maintain a heading solution. For a heading calculation, GPS, GLONASS and BeiDou satellites are used interchangeably, as intersystem biases cancel inside the VS330—this translates into being able to work in more obstructed areas and maintain a GNSS heading solution.

L2 AdvantagesCompared to Hemisphere GNSS’ Crescent Vector technology, Eclipse Vector’s dual frequency technology allows for:

• Larger antenna separations

• Longer range RTK

• Faster and more robustly computed GNSS heading solution

Supplemental SensorsThe VS330 has an integrated gyro and two tilt sensors, which are enabled by default. Each supplemental sensor may be individually enabled or disabled. Both supplemental sensors are mounted on the printed circuit board inside the VS330.

The sensors act to reduce the RTK search volume, which improves heading startup and reacquisition times. This improves the reliability and accuracy of selecting the correct heading solution by eliminating other possible, erroneous solutions.

The Hemisphere GNSS Technical Reference (go to www.hgnss.com and click the GNSS Reference icon) describes the commands and methodology required to recalibrate, query, or change the sensors status.

Tilt Aiding

The VS330’s accelerometers (internal tilt sensors) are factory calibrated and enabled by default. This constrains the RTK heading solution beyond the volume associated with just a fixed antenna separation. This is because the VS330 knows the approximate inclination of the secondary antenna with respect to the primary antenna. The search space defined by the tilt sensor will be reduced to a horizontal ring on the sphere’s surface by reducing the search volume. This considerably decreases startup and reacquisition times (see Figure 2-2).

Figure 2-2: VS330’s tilt aiding

Tilt angle



Gyro Aiding

The VS330’s internal gyro offers several benefits. It reduces the sensor volume for an RTK solution. This shortens reacquisition times when a GNSS heading is lost because the satellite signals were blocked. The gyro provides a relative change in angle since the last computed heading, and, when used in conjunction with the tilt sensor, defines the search space as a wedge-shaped location (see Figure 2-3).

Figure 2-3: VS330’s gyro aiding

The gyro aiding accurately smoothes the heading output and the rate of turn. It provides an accurate substitute heading for a short period depending on the roll and pitch of the vessel, ideally seeing the system through to reacquisition. The gyro provides an alternate source of heading, accurate to within 1º per minute for up to three minutes, in times of GNSS loss for either antenna. If the outage lasts longer than three minutes, the gyro will have drifted too far and the VS330 begins outputting null fields in the heading output messages. There is no user control over the timeout period of the gyro.

The gyro initializes itself at powerup and during initialization, or you can calibrate it as outlined in the Hemisphere GNSS Technical Reference (go to www.hgnss.com and click the GNSS Reference icon). For optimal performance, when the gyro is first initializing, the dynamics the gyro experiences during this warmup period are similar to the regular operating dynamics. For example, if you use the VS330 on a high speed, maneuverable craft, it is essential that when gyro aiding in the VS330 is first turned on, use it in an environment that has high dynamics for the first five to ten minutes instead of sitting stationary.

With the gyro enabled, the gyro is also used to update the post HTAU smoothed heading output from the moving base station RTK GNSS heading computation. This means that if the HTAU value is increased while gyro aiding is enabled, there will be little to no lag in heading output due to vehicle maneuvers. The Hemisphere GNSS Technical Reference includes information on setting an appropriate HTAU value for the application.

Time ConstantsThe VS330 incorporates user-configurable time constants that can provide a degree of smoothing to the heading, pitch, rate-of-turn (ROT), course-over-ground (COG), and speed measurements. You can adjust these parameters depending on the expected dynamics of the vessel. For example, increasing the time is reasonable if the vessel is very large and is not able to turn quickly or would not pitch quickly. The resulting values would have reduced “noise,” resulting in consistent values with time. However, if the vessel is quick and nimble, increasing this value can create a lag in measurements. Formulas for determining the level of smoothing are located in the



Hemisphere GNSS Technical Reference (go to www.hgnss.com and click the GNSS Reference icon). If you are unsure on how to set this value, it is best to be conservative and leave it at the default setting.

Heading Time Constant

Use the $JATT,HTAU command to adjust the level of responsiveness of the true heading measurement provided in the $GPHDT message. The default value of this constant is 0.1 seconds of smoothing when the gyro is enabled. The gyro is enabled by default, but can be turned off. By turning the gyro off, the equivalent default value of the heading time constant would be 0.5 seconds of smoothing. This is not automatically done and therefore you must manually enter it. Increasing the time constant increases the level of heading smoothing and increases lag.

Pitch Time Constant

Use the $JATT,PTAU command to adjust the level of responsiveness of the pitch measurement provided in the $PSAT,HPR message. The default value of this constant is 0.5 seconds of smoothing. Increasing the time constant increases the level of pitch smoothing and increases lag.

Rate-of-Turn (ROT) Time Constant

Use the $JATT,HRTAU command to adjust the level of responsiveness of the ROT measurement provided in the $GPROT message. The default value of this constant is 2.0 seconds of smoothing. Increasing the time constant increases the level of ROT smoothing.

Course-Over-Ground (COG) Time Constant

Use the $JATT,COGTAU command to adjust the level of responsiveness of the COG measurement provided in the $GPVTG message. The default value of this constant is 0.0 seconds of smoothing. Increasing the time constant increases the level of COG smoothing. COG is computed using only the primary GNSS antenna and its accuracy depends upon the speed of the vessel (noise is proportional to 1/speed). This value is invalid when the vessel is stationary.

Speed Time Constant

Use the $JATT,SPDTAU command to adjust the level of responsiveness of the speed measurement provided in the $GPVTG message. The default value of this parameter is 0.0 seconds of smoothing. Increasing the time constant increases the level of speed measurement smoothing.


Chapter 3: Installing the VS330Mounting the Antennas

Mounting the Receiver

Routing and Connecting the Cables

Connecting the Receiver to External Devices

Default Parameters


Chapter 3: Installing the VS330

Mounting the AntennasHemisphere GNSS recommends mounting the antennas first then the mounting the receiver. When mounting the antennas consider the following:

• Mounting orientation (parallel or perpendicular)

• Proper antenna placement

• Mounting options (magnetic, pole, or rail mounting)

Antenna OptionsThe standard VS330 kit does not include antennas. Your VS330 kit may contain a combination of the following antennas: A42, A43, and/or A52. For example:

• If you will be using beacon, your kit may include one A43 beacon antennaand one A42 antenna (or one A43 and one A52).

• If you will not be using beacon, your kit may include two A42 antennas ortwo A52 antennas.

Mounting OrientationThe VS330 outputs heading, pitch, and roll readings regardless of the orientation of the antennas. However, the relation of the antennas to the boat’s axis determines whether you will need to enter a heading, pitch, or roll bias. The primary antenna is used for positioning and the primary and secondary antennas, working in conjunction, output heading, pitch, and roll values.

Regardless of which mounting orientation you use, the VS330 provides the ability to output the heave of the vessel. This output is available via the $GPHEV message. For more information on this message refer to the Hemisphere GNSS Technical Reference (go to www.hgnss.com and click the GNSS Reference icon).

Parallel Orientation

The most common installation is to orient the antennas parallel to, and along the centerline of, the axis of the boat. This provides a true heading. In this orientation:

• If you use a gyrocompass, you can enter a heading bias in the VS330 tocalibrate the physical heading to the true heading of the vessel.

• You may need to adjust the pitch/roll output to calibrate the measurement ifthe Vector is not installed in a horizontal plane.

Perpendicular Orientation

You can also install the antennas so they are oriented perpendicular to the centerline of the boat’s axis. In this orientation:

• You will need to enter a heading bias of +90° if the primary antenna is on thestarboard side of the boat and -90° if the primary antenna is on the port sideof the boat.

• You will need to configure the receiver to specify the GNSS antennas aremeasuring the roll axis using $JATT,ROLL,YES.

• You will need to enter a roll bias to properly output the pitch and roll values.

• You may need to adjust the pitch/roll output to calibrate the measurement ifthe Vector is not installed in a horizontal plane.



Planning the Optimal Antenna Placement

Proper antenna placement is critical to positioning accuracy. For the best results, orient the antennas so the antennas’ connectors face the same direction. Also, place the antennas:

• With a clear view of the horizon

• Away from other electronics and antennas

• Along the vessel’s centerline

You must install the primary antenna along the vessel’s centerline; you cannot adjust the position readings if the primary antenna is installed off the centerline. Positions are computed for the primary antenna.

• On a level plane

• With a 10.0 m maximum separation (default is 1.0 m)

• Away from radio frequencies

• As high as possible

Set the MSEP value to be accurate to within 1 to 2 cm. For more information on MSEP refer to the Hemisphere GNSS Technical Reference (go to www.hgnss.com and click the GNSS Reference icon).

See Figure 3-1 below through Figure 3-3 on page 16 for mounting orientation examples.

Figure 3-1: Recommended orientation and resulting signs of HPR values

Note: In the VS330 kit, install the A42 or A52 antenna as the primary antenna as it is used for positioning.

Forwardmotion

Antennaseparation(1.0 m default,10.0 m maximum)

Receiver(display must face primary antenna)

P = primary antenna (A42 or A52)

S = secondary antenna (A42, A52, or A43*)*must be A43 if using beacon



Figure 3-2: Alternate orientation and resulting signs of HPR values

Figure 3-3: Antenna installation: Cross-section of boat

Mounting OptionsYou can mount the antennas with a magnetic mount, pole mount, or rail mount configuration. You can secure the antennas to a threaded pole or threaded mount using the included mounting adapters.

Depending on the antennas included in your kit, you may need to use the included antenna height adapters to bring the antennas level. If the adapter is not used, you will need to enter a non-level bias calculation into the system (see “Q: I could not install my antennas at the same height. How do I calibrate for the height offset?” on page 53 of Appendix B, “FAQ.”)

The maximum allowable antenna separation is 10.0 m. Any greater distance may result in an incorrect heading.

Forwardmotion

P = primary antenna (A42 or A52)

S = secondary antenna (A42, A52, or A43*)

Receiver(display must face primary antenna)

Antenna separation(1.0 m default,10.0 m maximum

*must be A43 if using beacon

Centerline



Magnetic Mount

The following procedure assumes your kit contains one A43 beacon antenna and one A42 antenna. If your kit contains an A52 antenna instead of an A42, follow the same steps. If your kit does not contain an A43 beacon antenna, mount both antennas in the same manner as outlined in the steps for the A42.

You can screw the magnetic mount into the bottom of the antenna and mount it to any metal surface. If there are no metal surfaces, use the zinc disc and foam adhesive included in your kit to mount the antenna.

To mount the antennas using the magnetic mount:

1. Select a location and orientation that meet therequirements outlined in “Mounting Orientation”on page 14 and “Planning the Optimal AntennaPlacement” on page 15.

2. A42 antenna only: Unlike the A43, the A42antenna does not include a threaded mountinghole. You must attach the mounting bracket (see atright) using the four screws in your kit.

3. Attach the magnetic mount extension to themagnetic base plate.

4. Thread the magnetic mount into the mounting bracket on the bottom of theA42 or A52 antenna or into the bottom of the A43 antenna.

When threading the magnetic mounts, hand tighten only. Damage resulting from over-tightening may void your warranty.

If you are mounting the antenna on a metal surface, go to step 5.

If you are mounting the antenna on a non-metal surface and need to use the metal disc and foam adhesive, skip step 5 and complete steps 6 through 11.

Note: Your kit may not include a magnetic mount.

Note: Photos at right and instep 4 show the zinc discattached to the magnetic baseplate. You will only need thezinc disc if mounting theantenna to a non-metal surface (see steps 6 through 11).

A42 A43



5. Place the antenna in the desired location, ensuring the antenna is secure inits mounting position (end of metal surface mounting procedure).

6. Clean and dry the surface where you will attach the zinc disc.

7. Remove the backing from one side of thefoam adhesive and press the adhesiveonto the zinc plate (at right).

8. Remove the backing from the other sideof the foam adhesive and press the zincdisc onto the mounting surface on thevessel, applying firm pressure to ensure good adhesion.

9. Place the antenna on top of the zinc disc, ensuring the antenna is secure inits mounting position.

Pole Mount

The following procedure assumes your kit contains one A43 beacon antenna and one A42 antenna. If your kit contains an A52 antenna instead of an A42, follow the same steps. If your kit does not contain an A43 beacon antenna, mount both antennas in the same manner as outlined in the steps for the A42.

You can pole-mount the antennas using existing hardware on your vessel.

To mount the antennas using a pole mount:

1. Select a location and orientation that meet therequirements outlined in “Mounting Orientation”on page 14 and “Planning the Optimal AntennaPlacement” on page 15.

2. A42 antenna only: Unlike the A43, the A42antenna does not include a threaded mountinghole. You must attach the mounting base using the four screws included in your kit (see at right).

3. Thread the pole mount (not included) into themounting bracket on the bottom of the A42antenna or into the bottom of the A43 antenna.

When threading the pole mounts, hand tighten only. Damage resulting from over-tightening may void your warranty.

4. Mark and drill any mounting holes necessary for the pole mounts.

A42 A43



Rail Mount

You can rail mount the antennas using existing hardware on your vessel.

To rail mount the antennas:

1. Select a location and orientation that meet the requirements listed in“Mounting Orientation” on page 14 and “Planning the Optimal AntennaPlacement” on page 15.

2. Use appropriate hardware to securely attach the antenna to the railing.

Routing and Securing the Antenna Cable

The VS330 receiver provides 5 VDC across the antenna ports. Connection to incompatible devices may damage equipment.

To route and secure the antenna cables, review the following guidelines. Each antenna in your kit requires a 50 Ω impedance antenna extension cable, such as RG-58U (up to a maximum of 15 m (49 ft.) in length), for proper operation.

• The GNSS receiver inside the VS330 requires a minimum input gain of 10 dB (and maximum of 40 dB before saturation will occur). The antennas offer28 dB of gain, so the loss budget to accommodate for cable losses is 18 dB.

• Regardless of the cable material and length you choose, ensure the cablelosses are less than 18 dB of attenuation. Due to variances in the antennagain and practical attenuation of cable materials and connectors,Hemisphere GNSS recommends reducing this budget to 15 dB; this budgetis present to overcome the resulting attenuation of an RF cable.

• When deciding on an antenna location, consider the amount of cablerequired: a longer cable of the same material will result in a higher loss thana shorter one. If the overall loss of the longer cable exceeds 15 dB, changethe cable material (this normally means a more expensive material that hasa larger diameter and less flexibility). The standard cables included with theVS330 are of the RG58 material family and their attenuation is ~0.8 dB/m.Including connector losses, the nominal loss of these RF cables is ~10 dB,which is within the tolerable loss budget. If a 15 m or 20 m cable run isrequired, a RG8 variety is available. If lengths longer than 20 m are required,more sophisticated materials are required.

For more information on cable length or low-loss cable, contact your dealer or Hemisphere GNSS Technical Support. Table 3-1 provides a summary of readily available cable materials with 50 Ω impedance.

For additional cable guidelines see “Routing and Connecting the Cables” on page 21.

Table 3-1: Cable losses (not including connector losses)

Material Loss at GPS L1 (1.575 GHz)

RG58 0.78 dB/m

RG8 0.36 dB/m

Times Microwave LMR400 0.15 dB/m



Mounting the ReceiverHemisphere GNSS recommends mounting the antennas first and then the mounting the receiver. Use the enclosed kit to mount the receiver. When mounting the VS330 receiver, adhere to the following guidelines:

• Install the receiver inside and away from the elements and in a location thatminimizes vibration, shock, extreme temperatures, and moisture

• Position the receiver horizontally with its display facing the primary antenna

• Ensure the front panel (menu screen, LEDs, buttons) is visible and accessible

• Ensure the back panel (ports, connectors) is easily accessible to connect/switch out cables

Figure 3-4 shows the dimensions (including attached mounting brackets) of the VS330. Use Figure 3-4 when using the receiver mounting procedure that follows.

Figure 3-4: VS330 dimensions with mounting brackets

To mount the receiver:

1. Locate the thumbscrews, nuts, and brackets included in your kit.

2. Slide the nuts through theopening (circled at right) alongboth sides of the receiver.

114.3 mm4.50 in

5.2 mm0.20 in4 x

141.6 mm5.57 in

134.6 mm5.30 in

119.4 mm4.70 in

74.9mm2.95 in

74.9mm2.95 in

114.3 mm4.50 in

152.4 mm6.00 in

201.4 mm7.93 in



3. Place the bracket alongside thereceiver and insert thethumbscrews (twothumbscrews per bracket) sothey screw into the nuts.

4. Using the remaining holes inthe brackets (two holes perbracket) screw down thebrackets in your preferredlocation.

Routing and Connecting the CablesAdhere to the following when routing and connecting cables:

• Power cable must reach an appropriate power source

• Antenna cables must reach from the antennas to the receiver

• Data cable may connect to a data storage device, computer, or other devicethat accepts GNSS data

• Do not run cable in areas of excessive heat

• Do not expose cable to corrosive chemicals

• Do not crimp or excessively bend cable

• Do not place tension on cable

• Coil up excess cable near unit

• Secure along the cable route using plastic tie wraps as necessary

• Do not run cable near high voltage or strong RF noise and transmittersources

• When connecting the power cable to the power source, ensure the powersource is between 8 V and 36 V

Improperly installed cables near machinery can be dangerous.

Note: Hemisphere GNSSdoes not provide the screwsin this step.

Remaining bracket holes

Remaining bracket holes



Connecting the Receiver to External DevicesYou can connect the VS330 to external devices via Port A and Port B on the back of the unit.

Figure 3-5: VS330 port connections

Figure 3-6 shows the pinout for Port A (ODU 9-pin) and Port B (DB9), and Table 3-2 provides descriptions of the pinouts for each port. Both ports communicate at the RS-232 interface level with external data loggers, navigation systems, and other devices, while Port A can also transmit at the RS-422 level.

The default baud rates, NMEA message types, and update rates for both ports are listed in “Default Parameters” on page 24. If the NMEA data messages you desire are different from the default values, you will need to select those also. Use the Config Wizard to select your NMEA message types and update rates per port (see “Using the Config Wizard” on page 31).

Table 3-2: Port A / Port B pinout descriptions

Pin Port A Port B

1 Port A Rx (RS-232) Not connected

2 Signal ground Port B Tx(RS-232)

3 Signal ground Port B Rx(RS-232)

4 1 PPS timing output Not connected

5 Port A Tx+(RS-422)

Signal ground

6 Port A Tx-(RS-422)

Not connected

7 Event marker input Not connected

Figure 3-6: Port A (top) and Port B (bottom) pinouts

8 Port A Tx (RS-232) Not connected

9 Reserved 5V output, 350 mA max

1

5

8

7

64

3

29 (center pin)



Figure 3-7 shows the I/O cable that connects to Port A.

Figure 3-7: I/O cable

J1

100 mm

J2

J3

1.016 m 2.0 m

(connects toPort A on receiver)



Default ParametersThe following represents the standard configuration for the VS330. For more information on these commands refer to the Hemisphere GNSS Technical Reference (go to www.hgnss.com and click the GNSS Reference icon).

$JOFF,PORTA$JOFF,PORTB$JOFF,PORTD

$JAGE,2700$JLIMIT,10$JMASK,5$JNP,5$JWAASPRN,AUTO$JDIFF,WAAS$JPOS,51.0,-114.0$JSMOOTH,LONG$JTAU,COG,0.00$JTAU,SPEED,0.00$JAIR,AUTO$JALT,NEVER

$JATT,ACC180,YES $JRELAY,PORTC,$MENUOPTIONS,ACC180,ON,TRUE$JATT,HTAU,0.1$JATT,HRTAU,2.0$JATT,COGTAU,0.0$JATT,MSEP,1.0$JATT,GYROAID,YES$JATT,TILTAID,YES$JATT,LEVEL,NO$JATT,EXACT,NO$JATT,HIGHMP,YES$JATT,FLIPBRD,YES$JATT,HBIAS,0.0$JATT,NEGTILT,NO$JATT,NMEAHE,0$JATT,PBIAS,0.0$JATT,PTAU,0.5$JATT,ROLL,NO$JATT,SPDTAU,0.0$JASC,ROX,0,PORTD

$JBAUD,19200,PORTA$JASC,GPGGA,1,PORTA$JASC,GPHDT,10,PORTA$JASC,GPROT,10,PORTA$JASC,GPHPR,1,PORTA

$JBAUD,19200,PORTB$JASC,GPGGA,1,PORTB$JASC,GPHDT,10,PORTB$JASC,GPROT,10,PORTB$JASC,GPHPR,1,PORTB

$JSAVE

Note: Use the $JSAVE command to save changes you make to the VS330 configuration for the changes to be present in subsequent power cycles. Also, if you change any default values and then issue a $JRESET command verify your settings to make sure you consistently get a correct heading. To reset the VS330 to its default parameters you can re-install the configuration file (shown below)—contact your dealer or Hemisphere GNSS Technical Support for information on obtaining and re-installing the configuration file.


Chapter 4: Operating the VS330Powering the Receiver On/Off

LED Indicators

Startup

Using the Menus

Configuring the VS330

Disabling the Aiding Features

Adjusting the Time Constants

Connecting to Existing Navigation Systems

Viewing GNSS/DGNSS Status

USB Data Logging


Chapter 4: Operating the VS330

Powering the Receiver On/OffThe power button on the VS330 is located on the front panel (circled below). When you first apply power to the unit it turns on.

Figure 4-1: VS330 front panel with power button

The VS330 accepts an input voltage of 8 to 36 VDC via the power cable. The supplied power should be continuous and clean for best performance. Table D-5 on page 65 provides the power specifications of the VS330.

Do not apply a voltage higher than 36 VDC. This will damage the receiver and void the warranty. Also, do not attempt to operate the VS330 with the fuse bypassed as this will void the warranty.

The VS330 features reverse polarity protection to prevent damage if the power leads are accidentally reversed. Although the VS330 proceeds through an internal startup sequence when you apply power, it will be ready to communicate immediately.

Initial startup may take 5 to 15 minutes depending on the location. Subsequent startups will output a valid position within 1 to 5 minutes depending on the location and time since the last startup.

The VS330 may take up to 5 minutes to receive a full ionospheric map from SBAS. Optimum accuracy is obtained once the VS330 is processing corrected positions using complete ionospheric information.

To power on the VS330:

1. Connect the ends of the VS330 power cable to a clean power sourceproviding 8 to 36 VDC.

2. Press and hold the soft power switch on the front panel until the splashscreen appears.

To power off the VS330:

• Press and hold the soft power switch on the front panel until the screen goes blank.

Note: Hemisphere GNSS recommends you use a weather-tight connectionand connector if the connection is located outside.



LED IndicatorsThe VS330 includes five LEDs located to the left of the display on the front panel (shown at right).

Table 4-1 below describes each LED indicator.

Table 4-1: LED indicators

Indicator Description/Function

HEADING Valid GNSS heading available

Illuminates solid green when the receiver achieves a valid heading solution from the GNSS receiver. You must see PRIM GNSS and SEC GNSS illuminated before a heading solution is possible.

If the GNSS solution is no longer available, the LED turns off.

DIFF DGNSS position indicator

Illuminates solid green when the receiver achieves a differential position and a pseudorange residual of better than 10.0 m.

If the residual value is worse than the current threshold, the LED blinks green indicating differential mode has been attained but the residual has not met the threshold.

SEC GNSS Secondary antenna is tracking 4 or more satellites

Illuminates solid amber when the secondary antenna is tracking four or more satellites.

PRIM GNSS Primary antenna is tracking 4 or more satellites

Illuminates solid amber when the primary antenna is tracking four or more satellites.

POWER Power indicator

Illuminates solid red when the receiver is powered on.

Figure 4-2: VS330 LEDs



StartupWhen you power on the VS330 the Hemisphere GNSS splash screen appears followed by the main screen, or Top menu (see at top right). Press the Down Arrow button to display the remaining items on the Top menu (see at bottom right).

You use the menus to view and configure system data and settings for the following Top menu items:

• Vector

• GNSS

• Differential (menu item will be theselected differential source, such asSBAS or Autonomous)

• Config Wizard

• System Setup

• Data Logging

For a complete menu path of each Top menu item, see Appendix C, “Menu Map.”

Diff SBAS

22:25:53

GNSSVector

Data Logging

22:25:53

System SetupConfig Wizard



Using the MenusThe VS330 menu system is designed for easy setup and configuration of the unit in or out of the field and supports multiple languages. You can perform most configuration tasks entirely through the menu without having to connect to a computer.

The VS330 front panel contains the three soft buttons shown at right. The Enter button also functions as the power switch (see “Powering the Receiver On/Off” on page 26 for more information).

Table 4-2 describes the indicators to the right of specific menu items.

To return the menu system to the factory default configuration:

• Press and hold the Enter and Up Arrow buttons until the splash screendisappears (Enter and Power share the same soft switch).

Table 4-2: Menu item indicators

Indicator Purpose Example

Display indicator

Goes to the indicated submenu.

This indicator also appears to the right of the “Back” and “Top Menu” menu items.

• Press Enter when“Back” is selected toreturn to the previousmenu.

• Press Enter when “TopMenu” is selected toreturn to the Top menu.

1. On the Top menu press the DownArrow button to highlight System Setup. The Display indicator appears tothe right of System Setup.

2. Press Enter to display the System Setup menu.

3. Press the Down Arrow button again tohighlight the Display Format option andthen press Enter. The items on theDisplay Format menu appear and theSelect indicator appears to the right ofDisp Update (the first item on theDisplay Format menu).

4. Press Enter on the Disp Update item.The Display indicator changes to theSelect indicator.

5. Press the Up Arrow or Down Arrowbutton to scroll through the availableoptions (such as 1Hz and 5Hz).

6. Press Enter on the highlighted option toselect it. That option is now the settingfor the menu item and the Selectindicator changes back to the Displayindicator.

Select indicator

Scrolls within a menu to highlight an option to select.

Up Arrow button - moves to the previous menu item or to the previous selection within a menu item

Down Arrow button - moves to the next menu item or to the next selection within a menu item

Enter button - displays a submenu or selects an option within a menu item



Configuring the VS330The Config Wizard menu guides you through various configuration options, enabling you to save up to five different configurations that are useful when using the VS330 on different vessels or for different applications.

If you use a Windows PC or Windows mobile device, you can use Hemisphere GNSS’ VectorPC software to configure the VS330. See “Using VectorPC to Communicate with the VS330” on page 5 for more information.

Config Wizard MenuThis section describes the basic Config Wizard options you need to set to get up and running. Figure 4-3 outlines the menu structure of the Config Wizard menu.

Figure 4-3: Config Wizard menu



Using the Config WizardThe basic setup instructions outlined in this section assume the antennas are:

• Installed parallel to, and along the centerline of, the vessel’s axis

• Separated by 1.0 m

If this is not the case, you will need to enter the actual antenna separation and bias in the Config Wizard.

1. Select Config Wizard > Proceed Wizard. The Proceed Wizard menuappears.

2. Select Create New to create a new configuration.You are prompted to enter a name for yourconfiguration. In addition to the Name you can set the options shown at right (also shown inFigure 4-3 on the previous page).

3. Enter a name:

a. Use the arrow buttons to select a characterand then press the Enter button to save thecharacter. The cursor moves to the right.

b. Repeat step a for each additional character inthe name.

c. Scroll through the list of characters until you reach “↵” and press theEnter button to accept the name. You are returned to the previousmenu and the name you entered appears next to “Enter Name.”

If you are editing an existing name, for characters you want to replace simply select a different character. If the new name is shorter and you need to delete unneeded characters to the right:

a. After you change the final character in the new name press the Enterbutton repeatedly until the last character is highlighted.

b. Scroll through the list of characters until you reach “ ” and press theEnter button to delete the character. The cursor moves to the left.

c. Repeat step b for each additional rightmost character you want todelete.

d. Scroll through the list of characters until you reach “↵” and press theEnter button to accept the name. You are returned to the previousmenu and the name you entered appears next to “Enter Name.”

4. Set a DGNSS source: From the same menu, select DIFF. The options are:

SBAS (default)BeaconAutonomousRTKL-BandExtern RTCM (External RTCM)

Note: For help on using the menus to view andsetting values see “Using the Menus” onpage 29.



5. Change the type of GNSS data message sent to the data ports: Select eitherData Port A or Data Port B from the menu list.

6. Set the elevation cutoff angle: Select Elev Mask and set the angle between0° and 45°. The default value is 5°.

7. Set the maximum DGNSS age: The maximum DGNSS age is 2700 seconds(45 minutes) by default.

8. Configure baud rates: If the default baud rate on the selected port does notmatch that of the external device you are connecting to, you will need toconfigure the Baud Rate, using the Port A or Port B entries.

4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, and 115200 are the available baud rates.

9. Enable/disable aiding features: The Aiding Features menu enables you toturn the gyroaid and tiltaid features on or off. For more information ondisabling the aiding features, see “Disabling Tilt Aiding” on page 33 or“Disabling Gyro Aiding” on page 33.

10. Adjust time constants: While the default time constants settings will work for most users, if you have a large, slow turning vessel or a small, quick movingvessel you may want to adjust the time constants to reduce heading start upand re acquisition times.

For details on configuring the time constants, see “Adjusting the TimeConstants” on page 34.

11. Enter a heading bias: If you did not install the antenna’s parallel to and alongthe vessel’s centerline, you will need to enter a heading bias in the Headingfield of the Bias, Neg, Tilt menu. The heading bias (-180º to +180°)compensates for any offset from the centerline.

12. Enter a pitch/roll bias: Enter the bias for pitch or roll (-15° - +15°) tocompensate for any offset from the boat’s centerline. Enter this bias in thePitch/Roll field of the Bias, Neg, Tilt menu.

13. Enter the antenna separation: If you did not install the antennas 1.0 m apart,enter the actual antenna separation In the Ant. Sep field. The available range is 0 - 10.0 m.

14. Configure antenna for roll: Most users install the antennas for pitch;however, if you install the antennas for roll, you will need to configure theVS330 for roll. In the Create New menu set the Pitch/Roll setting to Roll.

15. Save your configuration: To save your new configuration, select the Save toLocation field. You will be prompted for a location to save yourconfiguration.

Select one of the empty slots, noted by the name Not Used or select a slotwith an existing configuration to overwrite it.

After your configuration is saved, you must select it from the Config Wizardin order to activate it. You may then continue to enter different receiverconfigurations without upsetting the current operation of the receiver. Re-enter the Config Wizard and select the configuration to use.

Note: If you installed the antennas for roll (perpendicular to the boat’saxis), rather than pitch, you must enter the heading bias (+/-90°). You mustalso enter the bias for roll (see below).



Disabling the Aiding FeaturesWhile the default settings will work for most users, you can configure the tilt and gyro aiding features to further reduce heading startup and re-acquisition times.

Disabling Tilt AidingThe VS330’s tiltaid (accelerometer) is enabled by default and constrains the RTK heading solution to reduce startup and re acquisition times. The tiltaid is precalibrated at the factory; however, if you experience any tilt measurement offset, you can recalibrate the tilt sensor via the Calibrate Tilt option in the Vector menu. See “Vector menu” on page 56 for a menu map on how to access this feature.

The only times you may need to disable the tiltaid feature are:

• If you were unable to install the VS330 on a level plane with the antennas.The tilt sensor is located inside the VS330, so it is important that you installthe VS330 on a level horizontal plane.

If you were unable to install the VS330 in a horizontal plane with the antennas, you must disable tiltaid. Failure to do so may cause erratic equipment behavior.

• If troubleshooting, to ensure the receiver is working properly.

You can turn tilt aiding off either through the Config Wizard or Vector menus.

Disabling Gyro AidingThe VS330’s internal gyro-aid is enabled by default. The gyro:

• Shortens re-acquisition times when satellites are obstructed and heading islost, by reducing the search volume required for the RTK solution, and

• Provides accurate substitute headings for a short period (depending on theroll and pitch of the vessel) ideally seeing you through to re-acquisition.

The only time you might need to disable the gyro-aid is during troubleshooting, to ensure the receiver is working properly.

Do not exceed turn rates of 90º/sec. The VS330 uses gyro measurements to obtain a heading rate measurement and the gyro cannot measure beyond this rate.

You can turn the gyroaid feature off either through the Config Wizard menu or the Vector menu.

Note: Make sure the receiver is perfectly level before recalibrating the tiltaid.



Adjusting the Time ConstantsThe VS330’s default settings are fine for most users; however, you can set the time constants to further smooth heading, course-over-ground (COG), and speed measurements. Table 4-3 provides an overview of the time constant values you can set in the Config Wizard, including the formulas for finding the optimal value of each time constant for your vessel.

Table 4-3: Time constants

Time Constant

Description

COGTAU(Course Over Ground)

Adjust the responsiveness to the course over ground measurement. If vessel is small and dynamic, leave this value at 0.0 s to be conservative. If the vessel is large and resistant to motion, you may want to increase this value.

Default value: 0.0 sRange: 0.0 to 60 s

Formula: cogtau (s) = 10 / max rate of change of course (°/sec)

HRTAU(Rate of Turn)

Adjust the responsiveness to the rate of heading change. If vessel is large and unable to turn quickly, you may want to increase this value.

Default value: 2.0 s with gyro enabledRange: 0.0 to 60 s

Formula: hrtau (s) = 10 / max rate of the rate of turn (°/s2)

HTAU(Heading)

Adjust the responsiveness to true heading. If vessel is large and unable to turn quickly, you may want to increase this value.

For longer baselines (10 m) HTAU should be between 0.1 and 0.5, since the gyro introduces noise.

Default value: 0.1 s with gyro enabledRange: 0.0 to 60 s

Formula: htau (s) = 40 / max rate of turn (°/s) with gyro ON

htau (s) = 10 / max rate of turn (°/s) with gyro OFF

PTAU(Pitch)

Adjust the responsiveness to pitch. If vessel is large and unable to pitch quickly, may want to increase this value.


Formula: ptau (s) = 10 / max rate of pitch (°/s)

SPDTAU(Speed)

Adjust the responsiveness to speed. If vessel is small and dynamic, leave this value at 0.0 s to be conservative. If the vessel is large and resistant to motion, you may want to increase this value.


Formula: spdtau (s) = 10 / max acceleration (m/s2)



Connecting to Existing Navigation SystemsMost users connect the VS330 to their existing navigation system during installation. These users will receive the VS330’s position and heading updates through the interface of their existing system.

Viewing GNSS/DGNSS StatusMost users will receive position and heading information through their on-board navigation system. If you have not connected the VS330 to an existing navigation system, or are troubleshooting your unit, you may need to view GNSS, DGNSS, or beacon status on the VS330’s display screen.

Do I Have a Signal?Figure 4-2 on page 27 shows which LEDs on the VS330 will indicate GNSS, DGNSS or Beacon signal lock when illuminated. If you lose the differential signal lock, Hemisphere GNSS TRACER technology allows the VS330 to perform well for 40 minutes or more with aging differential GNSS correction data. The amount of time you can “coast” depends on the degree of tolerable drift.

How Good is the Quality of My Signal?In addition to the LED indicators for signal lock, the VS330’s display indicates signal quality. The bars along the top of the display represent the quality of the GNSS and DGNSS (or if applicable, beacon) signal. The first group of bars shows the GNSS signal; the second group shows the DGNSS or beacon signal. Each bar represents a distinct channel and its associated signal quality. The higher the bar, the better the signal.

DGNSS (SBAS)

The differential correction (or SBAS) signal indicator reflects the quality of each satellite signal, or the bit error rate (BER). A full bar height reflects a signal lock and a BER of 0. A bar height only 2 pixels tall reflects a signal loss, or BER, of 500 or greater. Bar heights in between reflect intermediate degrees of signal quality. For example, when using WAAS two satellites are available, so two BERs are provided.

Beacon

The beacon indicator reflects the quality of the beacon signal, or the signal strength (SS) and the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). A full bar height reflects a signal lock, SS>=35, and SNR>=24. A bar height only 2 pixels tall reflects a signal loss, or SS and SNR values of 0. Bar heights in between reflect intermediate degrees of signal quality.

Note: To obtain a full set of SBAS corrections, the VS330 must receive the ionospheric map over a period of a few minutes. After this, the receiver can “coast” until the next set of corrections has been received.

Note: If using autonomous or external correction mode, the DGNSS signal indicator will not appear in the display.

GNSS signalindicator

DGNSS or beacosignal indicator



If using beacon, the first bar indicates SS signal quality; the second bar indicates SNR signal quality.

USB Data LoggingWhen you insert a USB flash drive into the VS330, the Data Logging menu indicates you can start recording (logging data) and displays the free space on the flash drive (see Figure 4-4). When you start logging data the “Start Recording” indicator changes to “End <filename>.”

Figure 4-4: USB flash drive indicators on Data Logging menu

Stop data logging before removing the USB flash drive from the VS330. Failure to do so may result in a loss of data.

Selecting the Data File Type and Log OptionsYou can log the following data types to a USB flash drive:

• RAW - binary, NMEA, and other data options (see Table 4-4)

• KML - Google Earth KML format with latitude, longitude and height

• CSV - comma-separated value (CSV) format with time, latitude, longitude,and height

• PostPro - VS330 automatically turns on the appropriate messages for postprocessing

• debug - VS330 logs high speed data for troubleshooting purposes (contactHemisphere GNSS Technical Support for more information)

Table 4-4: RAW data log options

Format Description

Raw (binary) For raw (binary) data logging, you may also want the receiver configuration to be inserted into the file. If you select this option the file will start with the receiver configuration comprised of the replies to the $JI, $JK, $JT, and $JSHOW queries.

NMEA National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA 0183) - industry standard data transmission format

CMR Proprietary data correction format

DFX Hemisphere GNSS-proprietary data correction format

ROX Hemisphere GNSS-proprietary data correction format

With no USB flashdrive inserted

With USB flashdrive inserted



To select a data logging type:

1. Select Data Logging > Config > FileType.

2. Press the Up/Down Arrow buttons until your preferred data type appearsthen press Enter.

RTCM Radio Technical Commission for Maritime Services - industry standard data correction format

Table 4-4: RAW data log options

Format Description



When logging using the RAW data type (File Type > RAW as shown in Figure 4-5) you can select which data to log and at what rate by selecting Data Logs and then making the desired selections on the Data Logs menu.

Figure 4-5: Data Logging > Config > Data Logs menu

Note: Logged data options are limited by your receiver subscriptions (certain options may not appear on the Data Logs menu without a specific subscription). For GLONASS: GNGNS, GNGSA, GLGSV, Bin62, Bin65, Bin66, and Bin69 only appear on the Data Logs menu if you are authorized to receive GLONASS. For BeiDoud: GBGSV, Bin35,Bin36 and Bin39 only appear on the Data Logs menu if you are authorized to receive BeiDou. To view your subscriptions press System Setup > Software Disp > Authorizations.



Logging Data to a FileYou can log data to a file that the VS330 auto-generates or you can manually enter a filename to which to log data. You can append data to or overwrite data on a manually-named file; however, you cannot append data to or overwrite data on an VS330-generated file.

To log data to an VS330 auto-generate filename:

1. Select Data Logging > Config.

2. If Auto-Name displays No select Auto-Name and then press Enter.

3. Select Yes and then press Enter.

4. Select Back to return to the Data Logging menu.

5. Select Start Recording to begin logging data. The Start Recording optionchanges to End <filename>.

6. Select End <filename>.

To log data to a manually-created filename:

1. Select Data Logging > Config.

2. If Auto-Name displays Yes select Auto-Name and then press Enter.

3. Select No and press Enter. The Enter Name and Mode menu items appearbelow Auto-Name.

4. Enter a filename:

a. Select Enter Name and press Enter.

b. Enter the desired characters for the filename and then scroll to thereturn character and press Enter.

5. Select the mode:

a. Select Mode and press Enter.

b. Select Append to log data to new file or to append data to an existingfile (based on the filename in step 4) and press Enter.

or

Select Overwrite to overwrite an existing file (based on the filename in step 4) and press Enter.

No warnings are given to confirm overwriting a previous file.

6. Select Back to return to the Data Logging menu.

7. Select Start Recording to begin logging data. The Start Recording optionchanges to End <filename>.

8. Select End <filename>.

Data Post-ProcessingAfter you log data you can then process the data with a Receiver Independent Exchange (RINEX) format software utility. Hemisphere GNSS Rinex conversion software is available from the Hemisphere GNSS website at www.hgnss.com.

Make sure you select PostPro as the file type before logging the data you will use for post processing (see “Selecting the Data File Type and Log Options” on page 36).

To post-process raw data:

1. Log the raw data to the USB flash drive inserted in the VS330. Make sure you properly end your data logging before removing the flash drive in step 2below.

2. Remove the flash drive from the VS330 then insert the drive in a PC withHemisphere GNSS’ Rinex conversion software installed.

3. Run the Rinex conversion software.


Chapter 5: RTKRTK Requirements

Setting Up RTK

RTK Operation


Chapter 5: RTK

RTK RequirementsRTK provides the highest accuracy. You can set up the RTK system using the VS330. To setup RTK you will need the following:

• GNSS receiver

• GNSS antennas

• Power source

Setting Up RTKTo set up the VS330 for RTK:

1. Select your differential corrector: From the Top menu press Differential >Include then set your preferred RTK corrector to YES (ROX set to YES inexample below). When RTK is acheived, the Differential menu shows thecorrector type next to InUse and RTK below Include.

2. From the Top menu press Differential > RTK then set DiffPort to yourpreferred differential port and set DiffBaud to your preferred baud rate(PORT B and 19200, respectively, in example below).


Chapter 5: RTK

RTK OperationAfter you set up your RTK system, the status LEDs indicated in Table 5-1 show the progress levels of RTK:

The VS330 will output standard NMEA messages through Port A or Port B. Set the message and port output as preferred (see “Config Wizard Menu” on page 19 for more information on message output).

Table 5-1: RTK LED indicators

LED Function LED Color Description

Power Red Illuminates solid red when the receiver is powered on.

Primary GPS Lock

Yellow Illuminates solid yellow when the receiver achieves a solid GNSS lock.

Secondary GPS Lock

Yellow Illuminates solid yellow when the receiver achieves a solid GNSS lock.

Differential Tracking / RTK Lock

Green If the residual value is worse than the current threshold, the LED blinks green indicating differential mode has been attained but the residual has not met the threshold.

Illuminates solid green when the receiver achieves RTK position lock.


Chapter 5: RTK


Appendix A: Troubleshooting



Table A-1 provides troubleshooting for common problems.

Table A-1: Troubleshooting

Symptom Possible Solution

Receiver fails to power • Verify polarity of power leads

• Check integrity of power cable connectors

• Check power input voltage (8 to 36 VDC)

• Check current restrictions imposed by power source(minimum available should be > 1.0 A)

No data from VS330 • Check receiver power status to ensure the receiver ispowered (an ammeter can be used for this)

• Verify desired messages are activated (using VectorPCor $JSHOW in any terminal program)

• Ensure the baud rate of the VS330 matches that of thereceiving device

• Check integrity and connectivity of power and datacable connections

Random data from VS330 • Verify the RTCM or binary messages are not beingoutput accidentally (send a $JSHOW command)

• Ensure the baud rate of the VS330 matches that of theremote device

• Potentially, the volume of data requested to be outputby the VS330 could be higher than the current baudrate supports (try using 19200 as the baud rate for alldevices or reduce the amount of data being output)

No GNSS lock • Verify the VS330 has a clear view of the sky

• Verify the lock status of GNSS satellites (this can bedone with VectorPC)

No beacon lock • Verify the receiver is tuned to the correct frequency and bit rate

• Ensure beacon signal coverage is expected in yourarea

• Ensure environmental noise is not masking the signal,reducing the SNR reading

No SBAS lock • Verify the VS330 has a clear view of the sky

• Verify the lock status of SBAS satellites (this can bedone with VectorPC - monitor BER value)

• Set SBAS mode to automatic with the$JWAASPRN,AUTO command

SBAS lock is only possible if you are in an appropriate SBAS region; currently, there is limited SBAS availability in the southern hemisphere.



No heading or incorrect heading value

• Check CSEP value is fairly constant without varyingmore than 1 cm (0.39 in)—larger variations mayindicate a high multipath environment and requiremoving the receiver location

The standard antenna mounting configurationprovides a 0.5° heading accuracy at 95% confidence. Ifyou require more performance, you will need toincrease the antenna separation (maximumrecommended separation is 10.0 m). See Table D-1 onpage 64 for antenna separation specifications.

• Recalibrate the tilt sensor with $JATT,TILTCALcommand if heading is calculated then lost atconsistent time intervals

• Heading is from primary GNSS antenna to secondaryGNSS antenna

• $JATT,SEARCH command forces the VS330 to acquirea new heading solution (unless gyro is enabled)

• Enable GYROAID to provide heading for up to threeminutes during GNSS signal loss

• Enable TILTAID to reduce heading search times

• Monitor the number of satellites and SNR values forboth antennas within VectorPC—at least four satellitesshould have strong SNR values

• Potentially, the volume of data requested to be outputby the VS330 could be higher than the current baudrate supports (try using 19200 as the baud rate for alldevices or reduce the amount of data being output)

No DGNSS position in external RTCM mode

• Verify the baud rate of the RTCM input port matchesthe baud rate of the external source

• Verify the pinout between the RTCM source and theRTCM input port (transmit from the source must go toreceive of the RTCM input port and grounds must beconnected)

• Ensure corrections are being transmitted to the correctport—using the $JDIFF,PORTB command on Port A will cause the receiver to expect the corrections to be input through Port B

Table A-1: Troubleshooting (continued)

Symptom Possible Solution


Appendix B: FAQ


Appendix B: FAQ

This appendix covers power, communication and external RTCM questions. For GNSS and Heading troubleshooting, see Chapter 4, “Operating the VS330.”

Q: Can COAST technology work with corrections from an external source?

A: Yes, the VS330 will operate in a similar fashion with COAST technology as when using SBAS or Beacon corrections. However, SBAS corrections have the advantage that they are separated into separate error components, allowing the VS330 to anticipate how errors will change over the coasting period with more consistent accuracy and for a longer period than regular RTCM range corrections.

Q: My VS330 does not appear to be communicating. What do I do?

A: This could be one of the following issues:

• Examine the power cable and its connector for signs of damage.

• Ensure you are properly powering the system with the correct voltage (8 to36 VDC) by measuring the voltage at the receiver end of the power cablewhen the cable is connected to the power source.

• Check current restrictions imposed by power source (minimum availableshould be > 1.0 A).

• Verify the display has turned on and that time is incrementing in the upperright corner of the display, and configure the COM port baud ratesappropriately through the menu system.

• Verify polarity of power leads.

• Check the 1.0 A inline power cable fuse.

• Since you are required to terminate the power input with your choice ofconnector, ensure you have made a good connection to the power supply.

• Consult the troubleshooting section of the other device’s reference manualto determine if there is an issue with that device.

Q: Am I able to configure the two serial ports with different baud rates?

A: Yes, the ports are independent. For example, you may have one port set to 4800 and the other to 19200 or vice versa.

Q: Am I able to have the VS330 output different NMEA messages through the two ports?

A: Yes, you may have different NMEA messages turned on for the two serial ports. Further, these NMEA messages may also be at different update rates.

Q: How do I determine the current configuration of the VS330?

A: You can view the current configuration from various screens of the menu, which show all configurable items of the receiver. Alternately, you can select Config Wizard > Use Previous to return the receiver to a previously saved (known) configuration.

Q: My VS330 does not appear to be using corrections from an external correction source. What could be the problem?

A: This could be due to a number of issues. Check the following items.

• Make sure the corrections are of an RTCM SC-104 protocol.

• Verify the baud rates of the port used by the VS330 match that of the externalcorrection source.


Appendix B: FAQ

• The external correction source should be using an 8 data bit, no parity, 1stop bit (8-N-1) serial port configuration.

• Inspect the cable connection to ensure there are no signs of damage.

• Check the pinout information for the cables to ensure the transmit line of theexternal correction source is connected to the receive line of the VS330’sserial port and that the signal grounds are connected.

Save the configuration as the profile named “RTCM” in the Config Wizard, cycle the power and load the RTCM profile.

Q: Why am I not getting data from the VS330?

A: There are several possible reasons for this. Check the following items.

• Check receiver power status LED to ensure the receiver is powered.

• Verify the VS330 is locked to a valid DGNSS signal (this can often be done onthe receiving device or with VectorPC).

• Verify the VS330 is locked to GNSS satellites (this can often be done on thereceiving device or with VectorPC).

• Check the integrity and connectivity of power and data cable connections.

Q: Why am I getting random data from VS330?

A: There are three possible reasons for this. Check the following items.

• Verify the RTCM or the Bin95 and Bin96 messages are not being outputaccidentally (send a $JSHOW command).

• Verify the baud rate settings of VS330 and remote device match correctly.

• Potentially, the volume of data requested to be output by the VS330 could behigher than the current baud rate supports. Try increasing the baud rate to38400 for all devices or reduce the amount of data being output.

Q: I could not install my antennas at the same height. How do I calibrate for the height offset?

A: You may enter an non-level bias calculation that adjusts the pitch/roll output to calibrate the measurement if the antenna array is not installed on a horizontal plane.

To calibrate the pitch/roll reading, send the following command:

$JATT,PBIAS,x<CR><LF>

where x is a bias (in degrees) that will be added to the pitch/roll measurement. The acceptable pitch bias range is -15.0º to 15.0º (default is 0.0º).

To determine the current pitch compensation angle, send the following command:

$JATT,PBIAS<CR><LF>

The pitch/roll bias is added after the negation of the pitch/roll measurement (if so invoked with the $JATT,NEGTILT command).


Appendix C: Menu MapVector Menu

GNSS Menu

Differential Menu

Config Wizard Menu

System Setup Menu

Data Logging Menu


Appendix C: Menu Map

This appendix shows the complete menu map for each menu (listed below) on the VS330 Top menu:

• Vector

• GNSS

• Differential (menu item will be the selected differential source, such as SBAS or Autonomous)

• Config Wizard

• System Setup

• Data Logging

Vector MenuUse the Vector menu to view and adjust Vector settings. Options vary depending on whether you select Pitch or Roll and include such items as aiding features, time constants, heading bias, and antenna separation.

Figure C-1: Vector menu



GNSS MenuUse the GNSS menu to view and edit your GNSS settings. Settings include the data port outputs, specific positioning parameters, UTC time offset, and satellite visibility and positioning information.

Figure C-2: GNSS menu

Menu item is “GNSS” if your VS330 is optioned for GLONASS or BEIDOU; menu item is “GPS”otherwise,

‘GLONASS Sats’ and ‘BEIDOU Sats’only appears if your VS330 is optioned for GLONASS and/or BEIDOU



Differential MenuUse the Differential menu to view or change your differential settings. The following available differential sources depend on the configuration you purchased.

• SBAS

• Beacon (RTCM2) - available with purchased unlock code

• RTK (CMR, ROX, RTCM3)

• L-band - available with purchase of Atlas subscription

• None (Autonomous)

To select the differential source:

1. Press Differential > Include then set each format you may use to Yes. For example, if you will be using Beacon, set RTCM2 to Yes.

2. Press Back to return to the previous menu level, press InUse, then select your preferred differential source. For example, if you will be using Beacon, select Beacon (RTCM2 will be displayed when finished).

Figure C-3 through Figure C-7 show the complete menu maps for the SBAS, Beacon, RTK, L-band, and Autonomous, respectively. The Include menu (at right) in each of these figures shows all available formats. If you have not purchased unlock codes for L-band and Beacon, Atlas and RTCM2 (Beacon) menu items will not appear on your menu.

.

Figure C-3: SBAS menu



Figure C-4: RTK menu

Figure C-5: Beacon menu

The RTK corrector format you select appears next to “InUse” (ROX shown here)

RTK only appears if at least one of the following is set to YES: CMR, RTCM3, ROX

Beacon only appears if RTCM2 is set to YES



Figure C-6: L-band menu

Figure C-7: Autonomous menu

Config Wizard MenuThe Config Wizard walks you through basic settings to get up and running. See “Configuration Wizard” on page 27 to view the Config Wizard menu map.

L-Band only appears if ATLAS is set to YES

Autonomous



System Setup MenuThe System Setup menu allows you quickly view and edit current system settings. General settings include such items as current applications, units, baud rates, logs, LED contrast, subscription code, display orientation (you can flip the display 180° by selecting YES under Flip Display), and language.

Figure C-8: System Setup menu

‘SBX’ only appears if an SBX beaconboard is installed; DSP only appear ifhe application in use is L-band capable



Data Logging MenuThe Data Logging menu allows you to log or output job data, view USB flash drive free storage space, set up file auto-naming, and view what type of data you are logging.

Figure C-9: Data Logging menu

Logged data options are limited byyour receiver subscriptions (certainoptions may not appear on this menuwithout a specific subscription. ForGLONASS; GNGNS, GNGSA, GLGSV,Bin62, Bin65, Bin66, and Bin69 onlyappear on this menu if you are authorized to receive GLONASS.For BeiDou; GBGSV, Bin35, Bin36,and Bin39 only appear on this menuif you are authorized to receive BeiDou.


Appendix D: Technical SpecificationsVS330 Receiver Specifications

A42 Antenna Specifications




Appendix D: Technical Specifications

VS330 Receiver SpecificationsTable D-1 through Table D-8 list the technical specifications of the VS330.

Table D-1: VS330 GNSS sensor specifications

Item Specification

Receiver type Vector GNSS L1/L2 RTK

Signals received GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou and Galileo1

Channels Two 270-channel

GNSS sensitivity -142 dBm

SBAS tracking 3-channel, parallel tracking

Update rate 10 Hz standard, 20 Hz available by subscription

Horizontal accuracy RTK2

L-band 3,4

SBAS (WAAS)3

Beacon3

Autonomous, no SA3

RMS (67%)

10 mm + 1 ppm

0.04 m

0.25 m

0.25 m

1.2 m

2DRMS (95%)

20 mm + 2 ppm

0.08 m

0.50 m

0.50 m

2.5 m

Heading accuracy < 0.17˚ rms @ 0.5 m antenna separation< 0.09˚ rms @ 1.0 m antenna separation< 0.04˚ rms @ 2.0 m antenna separation< 0.02˚ rms @ 5.0 m antenna separation< 0.01˚ rms @10.0 m antenna separation

Pitch/roll accuracy < 1º rms

Heave accuracy 30 cm (DGNSS), 10 cm (RTK)5

Timing (1PPS) accuracy

20 ns

Rate of turn 90º/s maximum

Cold start time < 40 s typical (no almanac or RTC)

Warm start time < 20 s typical (almanac and RTC)

Hot start time < 5 s (almanac, RTC, and position)

Heading fix < 10 s typical (valid position)

Maximum speed 1,850 kph (999 kts)

Maximum altitude 18,288 m (60,000 ft)

Table D-2: VS330 beacon sensor specifications

Item Specification

Channels 2-channel, parallel tracking

Frequency range 283.5 to 325 kHz

Operating modes Manual, automatic, and database

Compliance IEC 61108-4 beacon standard



Table D-3: VS330 L-band sensor specifications

Item Specification

Receiver Type Single Channel

Channels 1530 to 1560 MHz

Sensitivity -130 dBm

Channel spacing 5.0 kHz

Satellite selection Manual and automatic

Reacquisition time 15 seconds (typical)

Table D-4: VS330 communication specifications

Item Specification

Serial ports 2 full-duplex RS-232, 1 full-duplex RS-422

USB ports 1 USB-A

Baud rates 4800 - 115200

Data I/O protocol NMEA 0183, Crescent binary6

Correction I/O protocol RTCM v2.3 (DGNSS), RTCM v3 (RTK), CMR (RTK), CMR+

(RTK)7

Timing output 1 PPS CMOS, active high, rising edge sync, 10 kΩ, 10 pF load

Table D-5: VS330 power specifications

Item Specification

Power input voltage 8 to 36 VDC

Power consumption < 6.2 W nominal (GNSS L1/L2 L-band)< 5.3 W nominal (GNSS L1/L2 RTK)

Current consumption < 0.52 A nominal (GNSS L1/L2 L-band)< 0.44 A nominal (GNSS L1/L2 RTK)

Power isolation 500 V

Reverse polarity protection Yes

Antenna short circuit protection Yes

Antenna input impedance 50 Ω

Table D-6: VS330 environmental specifications

Item Specification

Operating temperature -30°C to +70°C (-22°F to +158°F)

Storage temperature -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F)

Humidity 95%, non-condensing

Enclosure rating IP66 (IEC 60529)



1Upgrade required

2Depends on multipath environment, number of satellites in view, satellite geometry, baseline length (for local services), and ionospheric activity

3Depends on multipath environment, number of satellites in view, and satellite geometry

4Requires an Atlas subscription

5Based on a 40 second time constant

6Hemisphere GNSS proprietary

7Receive only, does not transmit this format

8Under static conditions

Shock and vibration Mechanical Shock: EP455 Section 5.14.1Vibration: EP455 Section 5.15.1 Random

EMC CE (IEC 60945 Emissions and Immunity), FCC Part 15, Subpart B, CISPR 22

IMO wheelmarked certification No

Table D-7: VS330 mechanical specifications

Item Specification

Dimensions 20.2 L x 12.0 W x 7.5 H (cm)8.0 L x 4.7 W x 3.0 H (in)

Weight ~1.1 kg (2.5 lb)

Status indications (LEDs) Power, primary GNSS lock, secondary GNSS lock, differential lock, DGNSS position, heading, RTK lock, L-band lock

Power switch Front panel soft switch

Power connector 2-pin ODU metal circular

Data connectors (1) DB9 sealed(1) 9-pin ODU metal circular

Antenna connectors (2) TNC female

Table D-8: Aiding devices

Item Specification

Gyro Provides smooth heading, fast heading reacquisition and reliable < 1˚ per minute heading for periods up to 3 minutes when loss of GNSS has

occurred.8

Tilt sensors Provide pitch, roll data and assist in fast start-up and reacquisition of heading solution.

Table D-6: VS330 environmental specifications (continued)

Item Specification



A42 Antenna SpecificationsTable D-9 through Table D-12 list the technical specifications of the A42 antenna.

Table D-9: A42 GNSS sensor specifications

Specification Description

GNSS reception GPS L1/L2/L5, GLONASS L1/L2, Beidou B1/B2/B3, SBAS, L-band, and Galileo E1/E5a and b

GNSS frequency 1.165 to 1.253 GHz1.525 to 1.613 GHz

LNA gain 30 dB

LNA noise 2.0 dB, typical

Table D-10: A42 power specifications


Input voltage 3.3 to 12 VDC

Input current 35 mA, typical

Table D-11: A42 mechanical specifications


Enclosure Aluminum base with ASA plastic cap

Dimensions 7.0 H x 13.0 D (cm)2.9 H x 5.1 D (in)

Weight 0.38 kg (0.84 lb)

Mount 5/8” female thread

RF connector TNC straight

Table D-12: A42 environmental specifications




Enclosure rating IP69K

Shock and vibration EP455






GNSS reception GPS L1/L2/L5, GLONASS L1/L2, BeiDou B1/B2/B3, SBAS, L-band, and Galileo E1/E5a and b


LNA gain 30 dB


Table D-14: A43 L-band sensor specifications


L-Band frequency 1.525 - 1.585 GHz

L-Band LNA gain 30 dB

Table D-15: A43 beacon sensor specifications


Beacon frequency 283.5 - 325 kHz

Beacon LNA gain 30 dB



Input voltage 5 to 12 VDC

Input current 40 - 50 mA, typical



Enclosure Lexan



Mount 1" coarse thread (5/8" adapter available)

Connector TNC








Shock and vibration EP 455






GNSS reception GPS L1/L2/L5, GLONASS L1/L2, BeiDou B1/B2/B3, SBAS, L-band and Galileo E1/E5a and b


LNA gain 30 dB




Input voltage 3.3 to 12 VDC

Input current 35 mA, typical



Enclosure Aluminum base with ASA plastic cap



Mount 5/8” female thread

RF connector TNC straight or right angle






Shock and vibration EP455

Note: The phase center variation is less than 3 mm at GPS L1 and L2 for elevations above 15 degrees


Index

Numerics1 PPS output 22

AA43 antenna

beacon sensor specifications 62accelerometer See tilt aidantenna

cable, routing and securing 19mounting 16mounting, magnetic 17mounting, pole mount 18mounting, rail mount 19placement, optimal 15primary, search volume 8secondary 8

Bbase station, moving, RTK 8baud rate 46beacon

A43 sensor specifications 62description of 7sensor specifications 58status 35

Ccables

antenna 19connecting 21

CMR (RAW data option) 36COAST

corrections from external source 46communication specifications 59configuration

menu system 29of the system 30returning to factory defaults 29wizard 30, 54wizard, using 31

CSV data format 36

Ddata logging

overview 36post-processing 39

DFX (RAW data option) 36DGNSS

status 35DGNSS position indicator LED 27

Diff (differential source)menu map 52

disablinggyro 33tilt aid 33

Eenvironmental

A42 specifications 61A43 specifications 63A52 specifications 64

environmental specifications 59event marker 22

GGNSS sensor

A42 specifications 61A43 specifications 62A52 specifications 64

GNSSmenu map 51operation 6receiver performance 6specifications 58

gyro 33aiding 10calibration, self or manual 10disabling 33

Hheading 14, 35

bias 14heading rate time constant 11HRTAU 11

KKML data format 36

LL-Dif

and RTK 7LED

DGNSS position indicator 27indicators 27power indicator 27

logging data to a file (instructions) 38

Mmechanical

A42 specifications 61


Index

A43 specifications 62A52 specifications 64

menu map 28Diff (differential source) 52GNSS 50, 51SBAS 52system setup 55vector 50

mounting See antenna mounting

NNMEA (RAW data option) 36NMEA messages 46

Pposition 35post-processing data 39power

A42 specifications 61A43 specifications 62A52 specifications 64powering up the system 26specifications 59

power indicator LED 27powering off the receiver 26powering on the receiver 26

RRAW data format 36receiver

logging data 36powering off 26powering on 26

receiver, mounting 20ROX (RAW data option) 36RTCM (RAW data option) 36RTK

and L-Dif 7constrained heading solution 33moving base station 8use by VS330 8

SSBAS

coasting between corrections 35not available 6receiving corrections 35tracking 7use of 6

setup, system, menu map 55signal

indicators 35lock 35lock, LED readout 35quality 35

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Ttilt aid, disabling 33time constants 34

adjusting 34course-over-ground 11heading 11HRTAU 11speed 11

tracking, automatic 6turn rate, limits 33

Uupdates, receiving 35USB data logging 36

Vvector, menu map 50

Wwizard

configuration 30, 54configuration, using 31

End User License AgreementIMPORTANT - This is an agreement (the "Agreement") between you, the end purchaser ("Licensee") and Hemisphere GNSS Inc. ("Hemisphere") which permits Licensee to use the Hemisphere software (the "Software") that accompanies this Agreement. This Software may be licensed on a standalone basis or may be embedded in a Product. Please read and ensure that you understand this Agreement before installing or using the Software Update or using a Product.

In this agreement any product that has Software embedded in it at the time of sale to the Licensee shall be referred to as a "Product". As well, in this Agreement, the use of a Product shall be deemed to be use of the Software which is embedded in the Product.

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1. LICENSE. Hemisphere hereby grants to Licensee a non-transferable and non-exclusive license to use the Software as embedded in a Product and all Updates (collectively the "Software"), solely in binary executable form.

2. RESTRICTIONS ON USE. Licensee agrees that Licensee and its employees will not directly or indirectly, in any manner whatsoever:

a. install or use more copies of the Software than the number of copies that have been licensed;

b. use or install the Software in connection with any product other than the Product the Software was intended to be used or installed on as set out in the documentation that accompanies the Software.

c. copy any of the Software or any written materials for any purpose except as part of Licensee's normal backup processes;

d. modify or create derivative works based on the Software;

e. sub-license, rent, lease, loan or distribute the Software;

f. permit any third party to use the Software;

g. use or operate Product for the benefit of any third party in any type of service outsourcing, application service, provider service or service bureau capacity;

h. reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble the Software or otherwise reduce it to a human perceivable form;

i. Assign this Agreement or sell or otherwise transfer the Software to any other party except as part of the sale or transfer of the whole Product.

3. UPDATES. At Hemisphere's discretion Hemisphere may make Updates available to Licensee. An update ("Update") means any update to the Software that is made available to Licensee including error corrections, enhancements and other modifications. Licensee may access, download and install Updates during the Warranty Period only. All Updates that Licensee downloads, installs or uses shall be deemed to be Software and subject to this Agreement. Hemisphere reserves the right to modify the Product without any obligation to notify, supply or install any improvements or alterations to existing Software.

4. SUPPORT. Hemisphere may make available directly or through its authorized dealers telephone and email support for the Software. Contact Hemisphere to find the authorized dealer near you. As well, Hemisphere may make available user and technical documentation regarding the Software. Hemisphere reserves the right to reduce and limit access to such support at any time.

5. BACKUPS AND RECOVERY. Licensee shall back-up all data used, created or stored by the Software on a regular basis as necessary to enable proper recovery of the data and related systems and processes in the event of a malfunction in the Software or any loss or corruption of data caused by the Software. Licensee shall assume all risks of loss or damage for any failure to comply with the foregoing.

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8. LIMITED WARRANTY. Hemisphere warrants solely to the Licensee, subject to the exclusions and procedures set forth herein below, that for a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase of the Product in which it is embedded (the "Warranty Period"), the Software, under normal use and maintenance, will conform in all material respects to the documentation provided with the Software and any media will be free of defects in materials and workmanship. For any Update, Hemisphere warrants, for 90 days from performance or delivery, or for the balance of the original Warranty Period, whichever is greater, that the Update, under normal use and maintenance, will conform in all material respects to the documentation provided with the Update and any media will be free of defects in materials and workmanship. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Hemisphere does not warrant that the Software will meet Licensee's requirements or that its operation will be error free.

9. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS. The warranty set forth in Section (8) will not apply to any deficiencies caused by (a) the Product not being used as described in the documentation supplied to Licensee, (b) the Software having been altered, modified or converted in any way by anyone other than Hemisphere approved by Hemisphere, (c) any malfunction of Licensee's equipment or other software, or (d) damage occurring in transit or due to any accident, abuse, misuse, improper installation, lightning (or other electrical discharge) or neglect other than that caused by Hemisphere. Hemisphere does not warrant or guarantee the precision or accuracy of positions obtained when using the Software (whether standalone or embedded in a Product). The Product and the Software is not intended and should not be used as the primary means of navigation or for use in safety of life applications. The potential

positioning and navigation accuracy obtainable with the Software as stated in the Product or Software documentation serves to provide only an estimate of achievable accuracy based on specifications provided by the US Department of Defense for GNSS positioning and DGNSS service provider performance specifications, where applicable.

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12. CHANGE TO WARRANTY. No employee or agent of Hemisphere is authorized to change the warranty provided or the limitation or disclaimer of warranty provisions. All such changes will only be effective if pursuant to a separate agreement signed by senior officers of the respective parties.

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14. LICENSEE REMEDIES. In all cases which involve a failure of the Software to conform in any material respect to the documentation during the Warranty Period or a breach of a warranty, Hemisphere's sole obligation and liability, and Licensee's sole and exclusive remedy, is for Hemisphere, at Hemisphere's option, to (a) repair the Software, (b) replace the Software with software conforming to the documentation, or (c) if Hemisphere is unable, on a reasonable commercial basis, to repair the Software or to replace the Software with conforming software within ninety (90) days, to terminate this Agreement and thereafter Licensee shall cease using the Software. Hemisphere will also issue a refund for the price paid by Licensee less an amount on account of amortization, calculated on a straight-line basis over a deemed useful life of three (3) years.

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The foregoing sets out the entire liability of Hemisphere and the sole obligations of Hemisphere to Licensee in respect of any claim that the Software or its use infringes any third party rights.

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LIMITED WARRANTY: Hemisphere GNSS warrants solely to the end purchaser of the Products, subject to the exclusions and procedures set forth below, that the Products sold to such end purchaser and its internal components shall be free, under normal use and maintenance, from defects in materials, and workmanship and will substantially conform to Hemisphere GNSS’ applicable specifications for the Product, for a period of 12 months from delivery of such Product to such end purchaser (the ”Warranty Period”). Repairs and replacement components for the Products are warranted, subject to the exclusions and procedures set forth below, to be free, under normal use and maintenance, from defects in material and workmanship, and will substantially conform to Hemisphere GNSS’ applicable specifications for the Product, for 90 days from performance or delivery, or for the balance of the original Warranty Period, whichever is greater.

EXCLUSION OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES. The LIMITED WARRANTY shall apply only if the Product is properly and correctly installed, configured, interfaced, maintained, stored, and operated in accordance with Hemisphere GNSS’ relevant User’s Manual and Specifications, AND the Product is not modified or misused. The Product is provided “AS IS” and the implied warranties of MERCHANTABILITY and FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE and ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, express, implied or arising by statute, by course of dealing or by trade usage, in connection with the design, sale, installation, service or use of any products or any component thereof, are EXCLUDED from this transaction and shall not apply to the Product. The LIMITED WARRANTY is IN LIEU OF any other warranty, express or implied, including but not limited to, any warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, title, and non-infringement.

LIMITATION OF REMEDIES. The purchaser’s EXCLUSIVE REMEDY against Hemisphere GNSS shall be, at Hemisphere GNSS’ option, the repair or replacement of any defective Product or components thereof. The purchaser shall notify Hemisphere GNSS or a Hemisphere GNSS’ approved service center immediately of any defect. Repairs shall be made through a Hemisphere GNSS approved service center only. Repair, modification or service of Hemisphere GNSS products by any party other than a Hemisphere GNSS approved service center shall render this warranty null and void. The remedy in this paragraph shall only be applied in the event that the Product is properly and correctly installed, configured, interfaced, maintained, stored, and operated in accordance with Hemisphere GNSS’ relevant User’s Manual and Specifications, AND the Product is not modified or misused. NO OTHER REMEDY (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR CONTINGENT DAMAGES FOR LOST PROFITS, LOST SALES, INJURY TO PERSON OR PROPERTY, OR ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS) SHALL BE AVAILABLE TO PURCHASER, even if Hemisphere GNSS has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Without limiting the foregoing, Hemisphere GNSS shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from installation, use, quality, performance or accuracy of any Product.

HEMISPHERE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR PURCHASER’S NEGLIGENCE OR UNAUTHORIZED USES OF THE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL HEMISPHERE GNSS BE IN ANY WAY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM PURCHASER’S OWN NEGLIGENCE, OR FROM OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT IN ANY WAY OTHER THAN AS SPECIFIED IN HEMISPHERE GNSS’ RELEVANT USER’S MANUAL AND SPECIFICATIONS. Hemisphere GNSS is NOT RESPONSIBLE for defects or performance problems resulting from (1) misuse, abuse, improper installation, neglect of Product; (2) the utilization of the Product with hardware or software products, information, data, systems, interfaces or devices not made, supplied or specified by Hemisphere GNSS; (3) the operation of the Product under any specification other than, or in addition to, the specifications set forth in Hemisphere GNSS’ relevant User’s Manual and Specifications; (4) damage caused by accident or natural events, such as lightning (or other electrical discharge) or fresh/salt water immersion of Product; (5) damage occurring in transit; (6) normal wear and tear; or (7) the operation or failure of operation of any satellite-based positioning system or differential correction service; or the availability or performance of any satellite-based positioning signal or differential correction signal.

THE PURCHASER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OPERATING THE VEHICLE SAFELY. The purchaser is solely responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle used in connection with the Product, and for maintaining proper system control settings. UNSAFE DRIVING OR SYSTEM CONTROL SETTINGS CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY, OR DEATH. The purchaser is solely responsible for his/her safety and for the safety of others. The purchaser is solely responsible for maintaining control of the automated steering system at all times. THE PURCHASER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ENSURING THE PRODUCT IS PROPERLY AND CORRECTLY INSTALLED, CONFIGURED, INTERFACED, MAINTAINED, STORED, AND OPERATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH HEMISPHERE GNSS’ RELEVANT USER’S MANUAL AND SPECIFICATIONS. Hemisphere GNSS does not warrant or guarantee the positioning and navigation precision or accuracy obtained when using Products. Products are not intended for primary navigation or for use in safety of life applications. The potential accuracy of Products as stated in Hemisphere GNSS literature and/or Product specifications serves to provide only an estimate of achievable accuracy based on performance specifications provided by the satellite service operator (i.e. US Department of Defense in the case of GNSS) and differential correction service provider. Hemisphere GNSS reserves the right to modify Products without any obligation to notify, supply or install any improvements or alterations to existing Products.

GOVERNING LAW. This agreement and any disputes relating to, concerning or based upon the Product shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Arizona.

OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE. In order to obtain warranty service, the end purchaser must bring the Product to a Hemisphere GNSS approved service center along with the end purchaser's proof of purchase. Hemisphere GNSS does not warrant claims asserted after the end of the warranty period. For any questions regarding warranty service or to obtain information regarding the location of any of Hemisphere GNSS approved service center, contact Hemisphere GNSS at the following address:

Hemisphere GNSS8515 East Anderson Drive, Suite AScottsdale, AZ 85255Phone: 480-348-6380 Fax: [email protected]

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